West Virginia HB4163 mandates public records custodians to maintain a public database, protect requesters' identities, and update online databases.

West Virginia HB4163 amends the Freedom of Information Act to require custodians of public records to maintain a public accessible database. It protects the identity of persons making Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, except for government officials acting in an official capacity or when public interest outweighs privacy concerns. The Secretary of State must maintain an electronic database of FOIA requests and outcomes, accessible via the Internet, while redacting requesters' names.

West Virginia HB4163 mandates public records custodians to maintain a public database, protect requesters' identities, and update online databases.

West Virginia HB4163 amends the Freedom of Information Act to require custodians of public records to maintain a public accessible database. It protects the identity of persons making Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, except for government officials acting in an official capacity or when public interest outweighs privacy concerns. The Secretary of State must maintain an electronic database of FOIA requests and outcomes, accessible via the Internet, while redacting requesters' names.